Four arrested in connection to numerous stolen bikes in Lethbridge

LETHBRIDGE, AB – LPS have arrested a group of people who are allegedly involved in the thefts of several bicycles across the city.

Officers have been investigating a recent increase in bike thefts ranging from cycles being left unattended on the street to more expensive models being taken through residential break-ins.

During a three-day span in September, members of the Property Crimes Unit conducted eight arrest warrants at various homes, leading to the arrests of four people from Lethbridge and a total of 13 charges.

“This PCU initiative was initially focused on specific, high-crime areas identified through data analysis,” reads a media release from LPS. “Lethbridge Police are aware of the impact of such crimes across the city, however, and it is anticipated the long-term investigation will expand its focus to other areas as well.”